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The Locked up Living Podcast: Surviving and thriving in prisons and other challenging environments

The Locked up Living Podcast: Surviving and thriving in prisons and other challenging environments

Di: Podcasters David Jones & Dr Naomi Murphy
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 Can institutional culture challenge your mental health? What if your job makes you feel shame, sadness, grief, disgust and fear? What if you are expected not to feel? Or you are expected to be relentlessly competitive? What it’s like to live or work in a prison? Does working with people who commit murder, child abuse and rape affect people who work in prisons and the wider criminal justice system?

How do people survive and thrive when facing significant challenges to our emotional health over a lengthy period? How do we protect ourselves and stay compassionate, loving and trusting? Importantly, how do we find and preserve hope?

Fyodor Dostoevsky wrote that “The degree of civilisation in a society can be judged by entering its prisons”. In this weekly podcast ,your hosts, David Jones (Forensic psychotherapist) and Dr Naomi Murphy (Consultant Clinical & Forensic Psychologist) hope that exploring less visible aspects of prisons will help listeners see that prisons are a window into society and let us see people not only at their worst but also at their best. We feature a rich range of guests sharing snap shots of life in prisons and take a look at hospitals, schools, sport and the police in order to learn from other institutions. We learn about challenges to human integrity and hear important lessons and heart-warming stories about survival and growth when facing adversity in harsh places. We hope that sharing our conversations can help you make changes to your own relationship with institutions that might challenge your emotional health and well-being.

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Episodi
  • Alex Renton (Audio); Boarding School, Abuse, Slavery; Understanding History, Addressing the Present

    Alex Renton (Audio); Boarding School, Abuse, Slavery; Understanding History, Addressing the Present
    Jan 28 2026

    Keywords

    boarding school, trauma, recovery, family dynamics, sexual abuse, journalism, heritage, slavery, mental health, societal change

    Summary

    In this conversation, journalist Alex Renton discusses the profound impact of his boarding school experiences on his life and career. He reflects on the trauma associated with his time at school, including issues of abuse and the challenges of speaking out. Renton also explores the complexities of family dynamics, particularly in relation to his own experiences and the legacy of his family's involvement in slavery. Throughout the discussion, he emphasizes the importance of openness, empathy, and responsibility in addressing these difficult topics and fostering healing.

    Takeaways

    Alex Renton reflects on the lifelong impact of negative boarding school experiences.

    His career as a journalist was influenced by his skepticism towards authority.

    Alex began writing about boarding schools after learning about abuse cases at his former school.

    He emphasizes the importance of speaking out against abuse and the challenges that come with it.

    The conversation highlights the need for empathy towards survivors of abuse.

    Family dynamics play a crucial role in how individuals cope with trauma.

    Alex discusses the prevalence of abuse in boarding schools and the need for systemic change.

    He explores his family's history of involvement in slavery and its emotional implications.

    The importance of openness and transparency in healing from trauma is emphasized.

    Alex advocates for better communication and understanding in addressing issues of abuse.

    Sound bites

    "I think, you know, I mean, I do talk people do."

    "I think we still sending children into danger."

    "I think we have to talk and we have to open."

    Chapters (Timings approx)

    00:00 The Impact of Boarding School Experiences

    09:11 The Long-Term Effects of Trauma

    18:08 Navigating Relationships with Parents

    21:22 Stereotypes of Boarding School Education

    24:43 Encouraging Disclosure and Support

    27:44 The Prevalence of Abuse in Boarding Schools

    29:47 Barriers to Disclosure: The Male Perspective

    32:25 Societal Attitudes Towards Male Victims

    34:30 Exploring Family Legacy and Historical Injustices

    39:16 Healing Through Openness and Responsibility

    43:26 Current Projects: A Hopeful Future for Child Safety

    46:54 Ten second outro video.mp4
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    47 min
  • Alex Renton (Video); Boarding School, Abuse, Slavery; Understanding History, Addressing the Present

    Alex Renton (Video); Boarding School, Abuse, Slavery; Understanding History, Addressing the Present
    Jan 28 2026

    Keywords

    boarding school, trauma, recovery, family dynamics, sexual abuse, journalism, heritage, slavery, mental health, societal change

    Summary

    In this conversation, journalist Alex Renton discusses the profound impact of his boarding school experiences on his life and career. He reflects on the trauma associated with his time at school, including issues of abuse and the challenges of speaking out. Renton also explores the complexities of family dynamics, particularly in relation to his own experiences and the legacy of his family's involvement in slavery. Throughout the discussion, he emphasizes the importance of openness, empathy, and responsibility in addressing these difficult topics and fostering healing.

    Takeaways

    Alex Renton reflects on the lifelong impact of negative boarding school experiences.

    His career as a journalist was influenced by his skepticism towards authority.

    Alex began writing about boarding schools after learning about abuse cases at his former school.

    He emphasizes the importance of speaking out against abuse and the challenges that come with it.

    The conversation highlights the need for empathy towards survivors of abuse.

    Family dynamics play a crucial role in how individuals cope with trauma.

    Alex discusses the prevalence of abuse in boarding schools and the need for systemic change.

    He explores his family's history of involvement in slavery and its emotional implications.

    The importance of openness and transparency in healing from trauma is emphasized.

    Alex advocates for better communication and understanding in addressing issues of abuse.

    Sound bites

    "I think, you know, I mean, I do talk people do."

    "I think we still sending children into danger."

    "I think we have to talk and we have to open."

    Chapters (Timings approx)

    00:00 The Impact of Boarding School Experiences

    09:11 The Long-Term Effects of Trauma

    18:08 Navigating Relationships with Parents

    21:22 Stereotypes of Boarding School Education

    24:43 Encouraging Disclosure and Support

    27:44 The Prevalence of Abuse in Boarding Schools

    29:47 Barriers to Disclosure: The Male Perspective

    32:25 Societal Attitudes Towards Male Victims

    34:30 Exploring Family Legacy and Historical Injustices

    39:16 Healing Through Openness and Responsibility

    43:26 Current Projects: A Hopeful Future for Child Safety

    46:54 Ten second outro video.mp4
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    47 min
  • Rochelle Marashi (Audio): Stalking's Psychological Impact, implications for therapists.

    Rochelle Marashi (Audio): Stalking's Psychological Impact, implications for therapists.
    Jan 21 2026

    Summary

    Rochelle Marashi, a psychotherapist, discusses her research on stalking and coercive control, emphasizing the importance of not labeling women as victims but as targets. She shares insights on the challenges of identifying stalking, the role of media in shaping perceptions, and the need for a multidisciplinary approach in therapy. Rochelle also highlights the psychological impact of stalking and the importance of therapists understanding the nuances of such experiences.

    Check out Rochelle’s website for more information,

    https://metacog.co.uk/

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    keywords

    Rochelle Marashi, stalking, coercive control, psychotherapy, media influence, psychological impact, multidisciplinary approach, victim vs target, therapist awareness, safety planning

    Takeaways

    • Rochelle Marashi prefers the term 'targets' over 'victims'.
    • Stalking is calculated and targeted, not by default.
    • Media often romanticizes stalking, affecting public perception.
    • Therapists should name stalking to help clients understand.
    • Stalking can lead to terror, trauma, and isolation.
    • A multidisciplinary approach is crucial for support.
    • Therapists' awareness can aid in client disclosure.
    • Stalking isn't always recognized by clients or therapists.
    • Therapists should use minimal notes to protect clients.
    • Understanding stalking's escalation is vital for safety.

    Sound bites

    • 'Stalking is calculated and targeted.'
    • 'Media romanticizes stalking.'
    • 'Therapists should name stalking.'
    • 'Stalking leads to terror and trauma.'
    • 'A multidisciplinary approach is crucial.'
    • 'Therapists' awareness aids disclosure.'
    • 'Stalking isn't always recognized.'
    • 'Use minimal notes to protect clients.'
    • 'Understanding escalation is vital.'
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    29 min
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